lets talk Geddy

question to rush fans, what is it about geddy lee that makes him so good in YOUR opinion. not all the usual stuff like he sings, plays bass, bass pedals and keys almost all at the same time. but maybe some other observations. i have my ideas but would love to hear from some real bass players on the subject, peace.

I really like how his bass manages to fill up so much space. It's really in the forefront of much of Rush's music. I like how the bass interacts with the drums rythmically and like how Geddy weaves the two together to bring a certain kind of cohesiveness to their music.

And what reconfirmed my admiration for Geddy is the technique he uses on a lot of the more recent tunes (especially those off of their latest album).

The man is a bass-chord monster! He just flutters his right hand over the strings and creates the most amazing tones!

I've been trying to work some of the same thing into the gigs I've been playing. Of course, I have to be a bit picky about when and where I do it. Bass chords don't do a whole lot for a traditional country tune, but they can add some serious beef to a hard rock tune.

I agree with what most everyone has said with the exception that I believe his tone has GREATLY suffered since picking up the Jazz Bass....Geddy, for God's sake, please bring back the WAL or at least the Ric!..

I saw Rush Thursday. It was truly amazing. Not just the way he played, but his attitude. He just seemed like a cool guy. I was suprised, Geddy was jumping around more than some of the bands Ive seen at punk shows.

Geddy knows what to put where and exactly how much to use. It also doesn't hurt he has Neil and Alex. Many guitar players would have a difficult time playing beside a talent such as his, but Alex is huge. Neil is Neil, can't say more than that. Oh yeah, and he's from Toronto!!!!!